Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum
- Address:907 Whitehead Street, Key West
- Hours:Open daily year round from 9am - 5pm
- Admission:US$12
7:31 PM Saturday, May 26
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One of Key West's most famous residents, Ernest Hemingway, called the island his home from 1931 to 1939. Nestled among towering palm trees, the Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum is a popular destination that allows you to see where the iconic American author lived and worked.
Walk along the narrow pathway through the luscious gardens, overflowing with tropical plants, or look at the round wooden desk where Hemingway typed out his famous works on an old typewriter. The Hemingway house offers an unparalleled glimpse into the life of one of the most complex thinkers in American history.
The house is also famous for the sixty cats that roam the grounds. About half of these cats are polydactyl, meaning they have extra toes. Some of the cats are supposedly descendants of Hemingway's own six-toed cat, though this a much a disputed fact.
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Great history and story telling by the operators plus excellant transportation about town.
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Very pleased with this excursion. I purchased the voucher on line and there was someone on the pier to direct us to the first stop. We stayed on the trolley for the entire route of 12 stops. We were not given a map, but be sure to ask for one. The tour was informative and comfortable and covered the entire city. Some people chose to "hop off" and some times when people wanted to "hop on", the trolley was full. I am happy we took the entire tour and then hopped off on the second time around.
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Enjoyed the trolley ride immensely. The driver was so well informed and we learned so much about the history of Key West. Loved our short time in Key West.
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The Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum is located near the southern coast of Key West and is less than a 10 minute drive from the airport. It is right across the street from the Key West Lighthouse and Keeper's Quarters Museum, another popular Key West attraction.
